Have you created a trust or will? If not, now is the time to do so! And, if so, did you work with an established estate planning attorney to set it up or did you DIY? Either way, review the following caveats to see if any apply to your plan. Review the list to make […]
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Planning for the Financial Future of a Troubled Adult Child Are you concerned about any of your adult children? A well-executed estate plan can pose extra challenges for families with adult children struggling with addiction, marital issues, or irresponsibility with money. The last thing you want is for your wealth to end up having a […]
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How Estate Planning Can Help You Dream About Your Future
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A dream without a plan is just a wish. Estate planning takes your wishes and turns them into reality. Estate planning is also a great way to focus on the legacy you want to leave behind for loved ones, so they can avoid the expense and delays associated with probate. And, in the process, you […]
“Life’s tragedy is that we get old too soon and wise too late.” ~ Benjamin Franklin Since wisdom means that you realize the finite nature of life, living well calls for careful estate planning. As Baby Boomers age, they discover the realities associated with aging:
Some financial articles insist that a will is not the best way to leave assets to heirs. But why is that? Won’t scribbling something on a napkin work? Wills often lead to long and expensive court proceedings. Countless other more-efficient ways could be used, all of which more effectively pass property to family. Why a […]
With probate court, the rules and processes differ depending on the deceased’s state of residence. If your loved one lives in California, this is what you should know: What is Probate?
Incorporating Life Changes in Estate Planning The condition of media titan Sumner Redstone has warranted media headlines because of his declining health. At issue are the actions of his formerly estranged daughter, Shari Redstone. She made choices that some say her father would object to if he was mentally acute. Other family members raise legal […]
Ambrose Bierce once observed, “Death is not the end. There remains the litigation over the estate.” Dark as his comment was, it is true. Ideally, when someone dies, estate attorneys process the paperwork and material concerns associated with the estate flawlessly. This allows the family to grieve and remember their loved one in peace. In […]
With probate court, the rules and processes differ depending on the residency state of the deceased. It’s important to understand the state-specific rules, which is why you need an experienced legal advisor. Skvarna Law Firm operates within California and understands the nuances between the different states. This post discusses probate law specific to probate law.
With wealth accumulated by the rich and famous, most of us would assume that celebrities wisely take steps to protect their estates. Think again. Some of the world’s richest and most influential people have passed away without a will or a trust. Others made serious mistakes that tied up their fortunes for years. For example, […]